The Ministry of Environment and Energy along with the National System of Conservation Areas released a statement expressing regret about the recent crocodile attack...

Costa Rica

Crocodile Attack Kills Costa Rica Fisherman

The Tico Times - February 18, 2022

In a rare event in Costa Rica, a local fisherman was attacked by a crocodile, not once but twice, resulting in his death. The...

Costa Rica

Costa Rica’s Famous Crocodiles and the Rio Tarcoles Bridge

Sarah Jordan - January 24, 2022

Costa Rica’s Rio Tarcoles is most well known for what resides within its waters. Attracting eager onlookers year-round, many hope to catch an exciting...

Costa Rica

Court Case Challenges Crocodile Management in Costa Rica

The Tico Times - October 14, 2017

A legal case before the courts may bite back at the population growth of crocodiles in Costa Rica – during a month when, thanks...

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Crocodile that attacked U.S. surfer captured in Tamarindo

The Tico Times - October 25, 2016

Tamarindo's Tourism Chamber was the latest to put itself at the center of Costa Rica's crocodile debate by requesting the removal of a dangerous croc.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica’s Crocodile Crisis Threatens Surfers and Beach Tourism

The Tico Times - October 17, 2016

Following two crocodile sightings in three days at the recent World Surf League event in the central Pacific coastal town of Esterillos, Costa Rican lawyer...

Costa Rica

US surfer loses leg in Tamarindo crocodile attack

The Tico Times - July 22, 2016

Jon Becker, 59, remained in critical condition early Friday evening at Enrique Baltodano Hospital in Liberia.

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